- Quick specs
- Price: Free
- Operating system: Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000
- Date added: March 25, 2008
- Total Downloads: 927,693
- Downloads last week: 11,853
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 255 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
From the makers of the popular scene rendering program Bryce comes DAZ Studio, a powerful freeware 3D modeling and CAD program that looks great, but is a resource hog and can be sluggish for the average user.
The publisher recommends at least 256MB of RAM, but we found that to be wishful thinking. The program runs choppily on anything less than 1GB, although some of the more complex rendering was processed more slowly than others. It also requires an OpenGL compatible graphics card with at least 128MB of RAM onboard, so machines built before 2003 will certainly struggle. This isn't unusual for this kind of program, though.
DAZ offers up a wide array of built-in models and tools and for creating, animating, and recording life-like scenes. Users can purchase additional models through the publisher's Web site. Free tutorials on the site take a bit of the edge off the learning curve, although it's still steep. The feature set is nothing short of incredible: You can take a model, manipulate it, add detail and texture, have it interact with other models, and manage your art files. The tool panels on the left and right navigation bars can be hidden, to maximize screen space, and all the tools have mouse-over labels to help newbies learn what's what. There are also components for easy export to other programs like Photoshop.
According to the publisher, the program is compatible with Windows Vista, however, we were unable to install it on our Enterprise edition. Also, all users must register on the publisher's Web site to get the free serial number for the program.
Publisher's description
From DAZ 3D :DAZ Studio is a feature rich 3D figure posing and animation tool that enables users of any skill level to easily create stunning digital imagery. Whether youre a 3D newbie or an avid 3D artist, you'll find DAZ Studio is the perfect tool for designing unique digital art and animation with virtual people, animals, props, vehicles, backgrounds and more. Experience total creative freedom with DAZ Studio and express yourself in 3D like never before.
Version 2.0.0.21 is a maintenance update.
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Version 2.0.0.21 is a maintenance update.
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User reviews of DAZ Studio 2.0.0.21
- Average user rating: 3.7 stars out of 255 votes
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
Version: DAZ Studio 2.0.0.21
"Great software, runs kinda slow"
Pros: Wonderful for beginners, lots of available models and materials for free or to purchase. Very easy to use with lots of tutorials.
Cons: Runs slower than the previous version,maybe I need to free up some memory for smoother operation.
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Version: DAZ Studio 2.0.0.21
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Version: DAZ Studio 2.0.0.21
Pros: It's a great 3D program, especially for beginner to intermediate. Seamless integration with Bryce5.5 and up. DAZ also has a Photoshop plug available for Studio, which is perfect since Adobe is beginning to implement some 3D functionality with CS3. And all for a really nice price!
Cons: DAZ has done a better job of abandoning Bryce than Corel ever did...
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Version: DAZ Studio 2.0.0.21
Pros: I have been using Daz Studio for some time now and find its always been a good program. Easy to learn and use.
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
Version: DAZ Studio 2.0.0.21
"Get serial number at Daz site, Excellent Program"
Pros: For those that are new to the program, You can get the serial number for it at the Daz Site.You must register it. Then it will give you the serial number for it. There is some wonderful freebies for the program there too, Just visit the fourms. Hope to see you there. My nickname there is Lakotariver, say hello if you drop by, Smile
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